A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Services Maternal and Child Health Bureau of Behavioral Health (MCH-BBH), is seeking a Human Services Specialist IV to support the Babies Born Healthy Program through administrative support, client coordination, and community outreach. This is a full-time, onsite, temporary position with potential to renew, located in Silver Spring, MD. The hourly rate is $26.00/hr.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Enter client applications accurately into the BBH database and Excel tracking spreadsheets; input client demographic information into the MCH logbook, database, and Electronic Health Record (EHR); maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in accordance with agency policies and confidentiality standards; prepare and submit Urgent Referrals for supervisor review and follow-up Provide information at WIC offices and other provider locations Schedule client appointments and provide follow-up communication as needed; provide health education to clients via phone and in-person interactions; provide program information and make referrals to community partners Assemble and prepare BBH and related program information packets for distribution Attend staff meetings and accurately document and distribute meeting minutes Support special projects and other duties as assigned to ensure smooth program operations
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Two years of experience in a health care, social services, public health, or maternal/child health setting Experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to prioritize, plan, and manage multiple tasks and competing demands
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma required Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a health care, social services, public health, or maternal/child health setting required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer Standard work hours Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:30 PM (evenings/weekends may be required) Travel required to WIC offices and other provider locations Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds
SUCCESSFUL ATHENA EMPLOYEES WILL DISPLAY THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS
You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future. You like to make your employer look good. You find solutions, where others only see problems. You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well. You are aware of the employer's needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole. You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.
THE BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ATHENA INCLUDE
Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better. Medical, dental and vision insurance available for full-time employment. Health Savings Account. Pet insurance. 401k with a generous employer match. ATHENA paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee. Additional Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance for employee, spouses, and children. Short and Long Term Disability. Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal. Paid Time Off 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year, accrued weekly beginning on your first day of employment. PTO may be used for vacation, sick leave, or personal time. Recognized Unpaid Holidays (PTO Optional) New Year's Day Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents' Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party. ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities #
